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All scholarships are managed by the Prince George’s Community College Foundation, Inc. Th e Foundation duly thanks all individuals, organizations, and corporations that contribute to the institutional scholarship program at Prince George’s Community College.
Thank you for supporting student success
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GUIDE FALL 2015
SCHOLARSHIP
Visit www.umuc.edu/complete or call 855-321-UMUC (8682) today.
ATTENTION MARYLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE GRADUATES:
If you’re a new UMUC student, you’re automatically eligible for the UMUC Completion Scholarship, which brings the cost of your bachelor’s degree down to about $12,000. Plus, you’re guaranteed admission to UMUC.
Copyright © 2015 University of Maryland University College
TURN YOUR ASSOCIATE’S INTO A BACHELOR’S FOR $12K AT UMUC
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 29
…yet a small, unexpected fi nancial crisis canderail dreams of a college education.
*This is a program of Scholarship America, established by Lumina Foundation for Education and expanded by the Wal-Mart Foundation.
The Prince George’s Community College Foundation, Inc. is operated exclusively as a 501 c(3) organization for the charitable purpose of furthering educational programs, facilities and opportunities at Prince George’s Community College.
The DreamKeepers Emergency Financial Assistance program at
Prince George’s Community College is designed to help students
avoid dropping out of school when faced with unforseen fi nancial diffi culties.
To apply for DreamKeepers Financial Assistance, contact:
Counseling Services
Bladen Hall, Room 122
301-322-0149
pgcc.dreamkeepers.org
Education is the key to success…
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Table of Contents
Application Instructions ............................................................................................ 2
Essay Writing ............................................................................................................. 3
Scholarships: Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available ........................................ 4
Book Scholarships: Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available ............................. 24
Additional Scholarship Opportunities ...................................................................... 25
Scholarship Listing and Application Deadline .......................................................... 26
SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
2 Prince George’s Community College
Application Instructions1. Complete the personal information section (provide
overall GPA as of last semester).
2. Indicate intended enrollment status for next
academic year. Students must be enrolled at
Prince George’s Community College the semester a
scholarship payment is issued.
3. List academic honors or awards received and major
college extracurricular and community activities in
which you have been involved.
4. Submit contact information for a minimum of two
recommendation letters.
5. Provide a concise statement (200–300 words)
explaining why you should be selected as a
recipient of the scholarship you are seeking and
what you expect to achieve from your professional
and educational goals at Prince George’s
Community College.
6. Answer all questions that pertain to you, required
or not.
7. Only online applications submitted through
WizeHive will be accepted. Incomplete applications
will not be accepted. It is the applicant’s
responsibility to review the application for
completeness and errors, and to ensure that it
adheres to all instructions.
8. Please note that at this time, the online system
does not allow you to view or delete documents
once they have been uploaded. However, if you
upload the wrong fi le you can replace it. A PDF of
your complete application, including attachments,
will be e-mailed to you following submission.
9. Applicants are responsible for submitting all
required sections and documents prior to the
deadline. All fi le uploads must be in either MS Word
or Adobe PDF format and saved as ‘.doc’ or ‘.pdf’
fi les. File names for uploads must not exceed 15
characters in length.
Scholarship Applicant RemindersPlease read this section carefully before proceeding
with the scholarship application process.
1. Be aware of all scholarship restrictions/criteria.
2. Scholarships will be awarded over two semesters
(fall and spring) unless otherwise stated.
3. Utilize the Prince George’s Community College
Writing Center to help prepare your scholarship
essay or see the tips provided in the “Scholarship
Essay Writing: Secrets of Success” on page 3.
If Awarded a Scholarship…Prince George’s Community College scholarships are
made possible through the generosity of donations
from several individuals and organizations. Therefore,
each recipient must produce a “thank you” letter to
their respective donor. Funds will not be made
available until this important step has been completed.
Failure to comply may render the applicant ineligible
to receive scholarship awards for the current semester.
Recipients may also be asked to attend a donor
appreciation event and provide community
service hours.
For More Scholarship Possibilities ContactMaryland Higher Education Commission Offi ce of
Student Financial Assistance at 1-800-974-0203
or www.mdgo4it.org
Fall 2015 scholarship applicationsare to be completed by March 13, 2015.
The Prince George’s Community College Institutional Scholarship Program has been established to reward current students
who demonstrate high academic ability and assist them in continuing to attend Prince George’s Community College.
A scholarship committee will select recipients from among those who meet the eligibility requirements and who
are committed to attending Prince George’s Community College.
Students must have fi led the FAFSA by March 1, 2015FAFSA school code: 002089
Apply for scholarship online at www.pgcc.edu/scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 27
26 Prince George’s Community College
__ Alumni Association of Prince George’s
Community College Endowed Academic
Merit Scholarship
__ Art Alumni Endowed Scholarship
__ Ardwick Industrial District Association
Endowed Scholarship
__ Baltimore/Washington Corridor
Chamber of Commerce Foundation Scholarship
__ BB&T Bank Scholarship
__ Robert I. Bickford Endowed Scholarship
__ Mattie Pearl Barino Memorial Scholarship
__ Friends of the Bowie Health
Center Scholarship
__ Marlene Carpenter Philosophy Scholarship
__ Continuing Education Scholarship
__ Christopher Chinault Endowed Scholarship
__ Jean Dayton Nursing Scholarship
__ Engineering Technology Department/
Prince George’s Community College Scholarship
__ William Gerson Memorial Scholarship
__ Grainger Scholarship
__ Rosa W. Green Memorial Scholarship
__ Greenbelt Rotary Scholarship
__ Diana Hacker Memorial Scholarship
__ Drs. Corrie G. and Roberta E. Haines
Memorial Scholarship Fund
__ Dr. John G. Handley Endowed Memorial
Fine Arts Scholarship
__ The L.D. Harver Leadership Scholarship Fund
__ Jamal and Tirrell Hubert Memorial Scholarship
__ Alan Hutcheson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
__ The Inspiration Award
__ Kaiser Permanente Professional
Education Scholarship for Health Sciences
__ Cathy Jo Land Nursing Education Scholarship
__ C.W. Langford Scholarship
__ W. Stanley Machen Endowed Scholarship
__ Mattie and Mosby Endowed Scholarship
__ James D. Parker, M.D. Endowed Scholarship
__ PNC Bank Scholarship
__ Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce
Foundation Endowed Scholarship
__ The Promise Scholarship
__ Andrew P. Rennie Endowed Memorial
Scholarship for the Physically Challenged
__ Daniel Scates Memorial Scholarship
__ Richard Scott Endowed Scholarship
__ Kelcey R. Silva Memorial Scholarship
__ Social Science Faculty Memorial Scholarship
__ Betty P. and Shebara Spence Memorial Scholarship
__ Kurt Tassche Electric 99 Fund
__ Judge James Taylor Scholarship
__ Verizon Endowed Scholarship
__ Tracy Walker Memorial Scholarship
__ Elaine Waterman Endowed Scholarship
__ Winchester Homes Endowed Scholarship
__ Women of Excellence NWAS, Inc.
Domestic Violence Scholarship
__ Women of Wisdom (W.O.W.) Scholarship
The following scholarships are administered solely by their own sponsors and may require a separate application.
__ Thomas R. Amacher Endowed
Memorial Scholarship
__ AOBA (Apartment and Offi ce
Building Association) Scholarship
__ Board of Trustees Legacy Scholarship
__ Hillman Entrepreneurs Scholarship Program
__ Local Advisory Council Endowed Scholarship
__ Nutrition and Food Science Scholarship
__ Riderwood by Erickson Living Scholarship Program
__ Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Scholarship
The following scholarships are administered solely for books.
__ Collington Memorial Book Scholarship __ Silver Hill Lions Club Book Scholarship
Application Deadline: March 13, 2015
SCHOLARSHIP LISTING
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 3
SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY WRITING
Plan Your Essay CarefullyStart out with a sound plan for your essay. Be sure
you’ve done all your prewriting before you start
to write.
State Your ThesisYes, like any essay, a scholarship essay has a thesis!
State that you are writing to apply for the scholar-
ship (state the name of the scholarship). Unlike most
essays, this one does not need an entire introductory
paragraph—remember, you only have 200–300
words.
OrganizeThere are four sections to an essay: the introductory
sentences, two supporting body paragraphs, and the
concluding paragraph.
1. In the fi rst supporting body paragraph, explain
why you should be selected as a recipient of the
scholarship you are seeking.
2. In the second supporting body paragraph,
explain what you expect to achieve in terms
of your professional and/or educational goals
at Prince George’s Community College.
SupportEach of these paragraphs will include:
1. A topic sentence that shows the point
of the paragraph.
2. Details that support the point.
Be Specifi c!In both of your supporting paragraphs, use specifi c
details that illustrate to the reader who you are and
what makes you special as a candidate. Don’t make
general statements such as, “I plan to use my college
education to get a good job.” Instead, state specifi cs,
“I plan to use my concentration in pre-law to become
a corporate litigator for a Fortune-500 company.” Show
that you have done your research, both about your
academic concentration at Prince George’s Community
College and about your future plans.
Concluding ParagraphSum up the point of your essay in one sentence and
thank the reader for his/her attention.
Be Human!Come across as the interesting, unique individual that
you are! If you’ve had any distinguishing circumstances
in your life—for example, if you have come from
another country, have had hardships growing up or
have been particularly inspired by people or events in
your life— don’t be afraid to mention them.
Edit Your Essay Carefully!Be sure that your essay is meticulously edited:
It should be clear, concise, detailed, grammatical,
free of typographical errors, and interesting.
The Prince George’s Community College Writing CenterPolish your essay. Make your appointment today!
Call 301-322-0748.
HoursMonday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
LocationBladen Hall, Room 107
The scholarship essay is one of the most important components of the scholarship application process.
Below are some tips for success, courtesy of the Prince George’s Community College Writing Center.
Need help with that essay? Call the Prince George’s Community College Writing Center today at 301-322-0748
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SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available
Alumni Association of Prince George’s Community CollegeEndowed AcademicMerit Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Twelve credit hours if full-time, six credit hours
if part-time, completed at Prince George’s
Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if
full-time, six credit hours if part-time, during
semester of award
5. The applicant should engage or maintain an
interactive relationship with PGCC alumni
association after receiving the award.
Special Essay RequiredTopic: What should be the role of the Alumni
Association at Prince George’s Community College?
Amount AvailableUp to six (6) awards of $1,000 at $500
per semester
Art Alumni Endowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Student must complete the scholarship
application packet provided by the Financial
Aid Offi ce
2. Must be a current Prince George’s Community
College student with a 3.0 GPA
3. Must be declared as an Art Option A.A. Degree
major (ARTS.AA), or Visual Communications/Graphic
Design A.A.S. Degree major (ARTS.GRAPHD.AAS)
4. Must have completed six credit hours of
art classes
5. Must be currently enrolled in six credit hours
of art classes
6. Must submit a portfolio as slides, on a CD, or
originals, along with application to the art
scholarship committee
ApplicationA separate application is required for consideration.
For questions contact the Art Scholarship Committee,
Marlboro Hall, Room 1034 at 301-322-0966.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $750 per semester
Thomas R. Amacher EndowedMemorial Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by their own
sponsors.
Full-time Students1. Must be seeking degree in one of the engineering
technology majors
Contact Mr. William Lauff er, chair of the Engineering
Technology Department, at 301- 322-0774, for details.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1,000 at $500 per semester
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 25
ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
The following businesses and community partners of Prince George’s Community College have scholarships
available for currently enrolled students. For more information, visit the sites specifi ed below:
Congressional Black Caucus ScholarshipsThe Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. envi-
sions a world in which the black community is able to
contribute fully to advancing the common good
by developing leaders, informing policy, and educat-
ing the public. More information about scholarships is
available at www.cbcfi nc.org/cbcf-scholarships.
Higher One Scholarship ProgramHigher One created the One Scholarship to assist
deserving students with their educational expenses.
This is an annual scholarship launched every fall.
They will begin accepting applications in late
September. Visit www.higherone.com
for details and eligibility requirements.
Maryland Community College Transfer ScholarshipUniversity of Maryland University Campus off ers
transfer scholarships to outstanding graduates of
Maryland community
colleges. Recipients may be awarded $3,300 per year
for full-time study or $1,650 per year for part-time
study. Visit www.umuc.edu/students/aid/scholar-ships/otherscholarships/ccsp/faq_maryland.cfm
Honors Academy ScholarshipFull-time Students1. Minimum 3.5 GPA
ApplicationFor application and complete selection criteria, contact
Kathy Yorkshire, coordinator of the Honors Program/
Honors Academy, Marlboro Hall, Room 1087,
301-386-7530.
Amount AvailableTen to fi fteen (10–15) awards of full tuition and fees
Silver Spring Housing and Education Coalition Grant ProgramProvides grants of $50–$1,000 for students in both
credit and noncredit programs who live in specifi c
zip code areas of southern Montgomery County and
northwest Prince George’s County.
(See their website for a list of the eligible zip codes:
www.sshec.org/grant-program/) SSHEC support
is focused on individuals who may be living in a
shelter, or in transitional housing, subsidized housing,
receiving rental assistance, or currently homeless.
Grants are available for a range of support, including
tuition assistance, the purchase of work uniforms,
transportation, textbooks, and child care assistance.
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SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
The following scholarships are awarded solely
for books.
Collington MemorialBook Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaBooks and supplies for the Marlene Carpenter
Scholarship recipient
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker—must have completed
18 credit hours
2. Minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA
3. Minimum of three credits in philosophy
with an A average
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $250 during
fall semester only
Silver Hill Lions ClubBook Scholarship (FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. Demonstrate fi nancial need
3. Books only
Amount AvailableFour (4) awards up to $250 each
(fall semester only)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 5
AOBA (Apartment and Offi ceBuilding Association) Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by their own
sponsors.
Full-time Students1. Graduating senior, or graduate within the last
three years, from a Prince George’s County
high school
2. Accepted to or enrolled in Prince George’s
Community College by May 31
3. Minimum cumulative 2.5 high school
or college GPA
4. Household income of no more than $60,000
5. Separate brochure/application available from the
Prince George’s Community College Financial Aid
Offi ce or high school guidance counselors
6. Essay (topic choices included in the AOBA brochure)
Applicants will be interviewed by an AOBA selection
committee.
ApplicationA separate application is required for consideration.
Contact Ms. Crystal Smith, manager student success
programs, at 301-322-0181.
Amount AvailableSeven (7) awards of $3,000 per year at $1,500
per semester
Ardwick Industrial DistrictAssociation Endowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Completed 12 credit hours at Prince George’s
Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, during semester
of award
5. Resident of Landover/Landover Hills for at
least three (3) years
6. Tuition and fees only
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1,500 full-time at $750
per semester
One (1) award up to $500 part-time at $250
per semester
Baltimore/Washington Corridor Chamber of CommerceFoundation Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Twelve credit hours if full-time, six credit hours
if part-time, completed at Prince George’s
Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credits hours if part-time, during semester
of award
5. Must be pursuing a career in hospitality
services management
6. Tuition and fees only
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $500 at $250 per semester
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BB&T Bank Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Must be seeking degree in accounting
or business administration
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Completed 12 credit hours if full-time, six credit
hours if part-time, completed at Prince George’s
Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, during semester
of award
5. Demonstrate an interest in fi nance
or mortgage banking
6. Tuition and fees only
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1000 at $500 per semester
Mattie Pearl Barino Memorial Scholarship (FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time1. Must be a single parent with a minor child(ren)
2. Resident of Prince George’s County in Maryland
3. Must be a U.S. citizen
4. Demonstrate fi nancial need
5. Enrolled at Prince George’s Community College
full-time or part-time (credit or non-credit)
6. Must be unemployed or underemployed
7. Provide three letters of recommendation
(only one can be from a family member)
8. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $500 for tuition, fees, books and/
or material
Robert I. BickfordEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. 3.0 GPA or higher
2. Essay demonstrating commitment to
exemplary community service
3. U.S. citizen
4. Must be enrolled in 12 credit hours if
full-time, six credit hours if part-time,
during semester of award
5. Recipients may re-apply if minimum
3.0 GPA is maintained
6. Tuition, fees, and books
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of full tuition, fees, and books
for one academic year up to $2,000
(fall and spring semesters)
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 23
Women of Excellence NWAS, Inc. Domestic Violence Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Victim of domestic abuse
2. Must be seeking to improve skills
3. Maintain a C average
4. Demonstrate fi nancial need
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $1000 at $500 per semester
(renewable)
Women of Wisdom (W.O.W.) Scholarship (FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Active member of Women of Wisdom (W.O.W)
2. Complete application and the FAFSA
3. Minimum 2.5 GPA
4. Enrolled in a degree or certifi cate program
5. Complete a concise personal statement of
500–750 words, describing why you are seeking
this scholarship and detailing how you will “Envision
success, take the journey, complete your degree.”
Your statement should include your educational
plans at Prince George’s Community College
6. Two professional references
Amount AvailableTwo (2) awards of $500 per academic year will
be awarded with a maximum of $1,000 for the
duration of their education at Prince George’s
Community College
Kathy and Jerry WoodScholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by its
own sponsors.
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Must be a U.S. Citizen
2. Degree seeker
3. Minimum high school cumulative 2.5 GPA
at the time of application
4. Candidates must be a recent graduate from
a public high school in Prince George’s
County, Maryland
5. Preference will given to students who
demonstrate fi nancial need
ApplicationA separate application, essay, and interview are
required. Applications are available in the Prince
George’s Community College Recruitment Offi ce
and Prince George’s County high school guidance
counselor offi ces.
Amount AvailableUp to twenty-eight (28) awards of full tuition,
fees, and books
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Tracy Walker Memorial Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. Current student at Prince George’s Community
College
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0
4. Submit a portfolio of six (6) pieces of polished
writing that the applicant considers representative
of his/her work
5. Essay should indicate talent and interest in the areas
of creative writing and/or journalism and your goals
as a writer.
Amount Available:One (1) award of $500
Elaine Waterman Endowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Must be seeking a degree in
Health Information Management
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time and
six credit hours if part-time during semester of award
4. Must have completed HIM 1500 Fundamentals
of Health Information
5. U.S. citizen
6. Resident of Prince George’s, Anne Arundel, Calvert,
Charles, or St. Mary’s Counties
7. Demonstrate fi nancial need
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $500 at $250 per semester
Winchester HomesEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaMust have completed the educational development
course sequence
Full-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours during
semester of award
3. Household income of less than $46,000 yearly
4. Show evidence of active participation in local
community aff airs
5. Essay should include one of the following
a) What an ideal home life should include
or
b) What can I do to help Prince George’s
Community College
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $500 at $250 per semester
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 7
Board of TrusteesLegacy Scholarship(COLL-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by their
own sponsors.
High School Graduates1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. Must submit offi cial high school transcript
3. Applied for admission to Prince George’s
Community College
4. Must be a recent graduate from high school
5. Must be enrolled in 12 credit hours as a full
time student
6. Minimum cumulative 3.0 high school GPA and
SAT score of at least 1150 on the critical reading
and mathematics section, or a minimum
cumulative 3.25 high school GPA and SAT score
of at least 1050 on the critical reading and
mathematics section or minimum cumulative
3.25 high school GPA and a minimum combined
score of 203 on the Accuplacer reading and
sentence structure, and a 45 in college
mathematics, or an ACT score of at least 23.
ApplicationSubmission of the Board of Trustees Legacy
Scholarship application, a 200–300 word essay
explaining why you should be chosen as a Board
of Trustees Scholarship recipient, two letters of
recommendation, and a list of co-curricular and
Legacy community activities are required.
Deadline for submissions is June 2015 to
the Offi ce of Recruitment, Bladen Hall, Room 125.
Amount AvailableFull tuition award
Friends of the Bowie HealthCenter Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaMust be pursuing a career in health care
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Twelve credit hours if full-time, six credit hours
if part-time, completed at Prince George’s
Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours
if full-time, six credit hours if part-time,
during semester of award
5. Completed 12 credit hours in health
technology, LPN program, nuclear medicine,
radiology, or respiratory therapy
6. U.S. citizen
7. Resident of Prince George’s County
8. Tuition and/or textbooks only
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1,000 at $500 per semester
Marlene CarpenterPhilosophy Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Philosophy Students1. At end of semester in which application is
submitted, applicant must have completed
18 college credits
2. Minimum 3.5 GPA
3. Completion of a minimum of three credits in
philosophy at Prince George’s Community
College with an A average. (If applicant is
enrolled in his/her fi rst course in philosophy at
Prince George’s Community College at time of
application, application must include a letter
from the student’s philosophy instructor stating
that student is carrying an A average.)
4. Tuition and fees only
5. Applicants may be interviewed by
departmental committee
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of up to $500 per year for tuition
and fees
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Christopher ChinaultEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s, Calvert, Charles,
or St. Mary’s Counties
2. Based on scholastic achievement, interest
in health career and fi nancial need
3. Accepted for admission in or already seeking
degree in nursing or respiratory therapy
4. Tuition, fees, and books only
5. Must be available for a personal interview
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award of $1,500 at $750
per semester
Two (2) part-time awards of $600 at $300
per semester
Continuing Education Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Part-time Students1. Must be enrolled in Construction Development
Institute courses (building maintenance engineer,
HVAC/R, or locksmith security technology)
• Building Maintenance Engineer—
must be enrolled in Building
Maintenance Engineer Level I or Level II
• HVAC/R—must be enrolled
in HVAC/R Level I, Part II.
• Locksmith Security Technology—must be
enrolled in Locksmithing 201 or 202
2. Must demonstrate fi nancial need
3. Resident of Prince George’s County
4. For tuition and fees only
Amount AvailableOne (1) part-time award up to $500 at $250
per semester
Jean Dayton Nursing Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Must be seeking a degree in nursing
2. Current Prince George’s Community College
students only
3. Good academic standing
4. Demonstrate fi nancial need
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $1,000 at $500 per semester
Scholarship not available for2015–2016 academic year.
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 21
Kurt Tassche Electric 99 Fund(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaCredit or noncredit students
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. Enrolled in CST-390, Master’s Exam including
Calculations or have completed OCC-314,
CST-306 and enrolled in CST-329
3. Demonstrate fi nancial need
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $500 at $250 per semester
Judge James Taylor Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. Degree seeker in paralegal studies
3. Minimum 2.5 GPA
4. Must maintain 12 credit hours full-time
or six credit hours part-time
5. Demonstrate fi nancial need
6. Tuition and fees only
7. Recipients may re-apply if minimum GPA
is maintained
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1,000 at $500 per semester
Verizon Endowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Demonstrate fi nancial need
4. Preference may be given to students
in engineering or related fi elds
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award of $500
at $250 per semester
or
Two (2) part-time awards of $250
at $125 per semester
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Kelcey R. Silva Memorial Scholarship (FDN –TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Open to all majors
3. Minimum 3.0 GPA
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $1,000 at $500 per semester
Social Science FacultyMemorial Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaStudents majoring in one of the following academic
areas: Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History,
Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Minimum 3.75 GPA at the time of application
2. Enroll in and maintain at least nine credit hours
during semester of award
3. Successful completion of at least fi ve (5) courses
in social sciences
Applications must be submitted to the chair of the
Social Science Scholarship Committee by the
announced deadline.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1,800 at $900 per semester
Award to be used at the four-year institution
the student transfers to.
Betty P. and Shebara Spence Memorial Scholarship (FDN –TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Demonstrate fi nancial aid
2. Minimum of 3.0 GPA
Amount Available:Two (2) awards of full tuition for fall and spring
semester (tuition and fees only)
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 9
Engineering TechnologyDepartment/Prince George’s Community College Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Must be enrolled in one of the Engineering
Technology programs
2. Must have completed 12 hours if full-time
or six hours if part-time at Prince George’s
Community College
3. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, during semester
of award
4. U.S. citizen
5. Tuition only
Administered by the engineering technology
department. Applicants are not required to provide
letters of recommendations. Finalists are interviewed
by an engineering technology departmental
committee. Contact Mr. William Lauff er, chair of
the Engineering Technology Department, at
301-322-0774, for details.
Amount AvailableFrom $250–$1,000
William GersonMemorial Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Minimum cumulative 2.5 high school
or college GPA
2. Majoring in mathematics or engineering
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $500 at $250 per semester
Grainger Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. U.S. citizen
3. Must be concurrently enrolled in both Building
Maintenance Engineer courses, Core Introductory
Craft Skills, or Locksmithing 101 and 102
4. Demonstrate fi nancial need
5. Provide essay and two letters of recommendation
(i.e. teacher, counselor, clergy, business
professional, or employer)
6. Must be available for a personal interview
7. Must demonstrate fi nancial need (household
income may not exceed $60,000)—provide
a copy of most current federal tax return
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of full tuition and fees for
one semester
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Rosa W. Green MemorialScholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Minimum 3.0 GPA
2. Must be a current Prince George’s Community
College student or high school senior accepted
for admission to PGCC
3. U.S. citizen
4. Resident of Prince George’s County
5. Demonstrate fi nancial need
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $1000 at $500 per semester
Greenbelt Rotary Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students 1. Enrolled at Prince George’s Community College
during semester award is applied
2. Demonstrate fi nancial need
3. In-county eligible international students
4. Must agree to meet with the Greenbelt Rotary
to report on their experiences at the college
as a result of receiving the scholarship
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $1000 at $500 per semester
Scholarship not available for2015–2016 academic year.
Diana HackerMemorial Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Minimum 3.0 GPA
2. Demonstration of fi nancial need
3. High school students must be eligible
to take credit courses and provide transcripts
4. Recipients may re-apply if cumulative 3.0 GPA
is maintained
5. All are welcome to apply; preference given
to English majors
6. Prince George’s County resident
7. Tuition and fees only
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $500 at $250 per semester
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 19
ApplicationDeadline is one calendar month prior to the start
of the semester. Students may re-apply for this
scholarship on a yearly basis. For more information,
please call the Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary
Arts Department at 301-341-3090.
Amount AvailableAwards of up to $1,500 per student will be given
per year
Tuition, fees only, culinary carving kit, and uniform
Daniel ScatesMemorial Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Must be a second semester student
or a second year student
4. Completed 12 credit hours at Prince George’s
Community College
5. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours during
semester of award
6. Tuition and fees only
7. Demonstration of fi nancial need but unable
to qualify for federal aid
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $500 at $250 per semester
Richard ScottEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County
2. Minimum 3.0 GPA at the time
of application
3. Demonstrate fi nancial need
4. Current Prince George’s Community College
student or high school senior accepted
5. Eligible for admission to take college-level courses
6. Tuition and fees only
7. Scholarship may be renewed in subsequent
semesters if the student maintains a 3.0 GPA
8. Students may receive the scholarship for
a maximum of four semesters
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award (up to 15 credit hours)
of full tuition and fees
or
One (1) part-time award (up to 9 credit hours)
of full tuition and fees
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The Promise Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker - open to all majors
2. Minimum 2.75 GPA
3. Must demonstrate academic improvement
4. Applicant should have successful completion
of 12 credit hours at PGCC or be enrolled in and
maintain six credit hours during the semester
of the award
5. Must demonstrate engagement in service
6. Tuition, books, fees or stipend
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of $500 at $250 per semester
Special Essay RequiredMust complete essay (at least 500 words)
identifying one (1) problem aff ecting
Prince George’s Community College students
and propose a viable solution to fi x it.
Andrew P. Rennie EndowedMemorial Scholarship forthe Physically Challenged(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Degree seeker who has a documented disability
(health service criteria)
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credits hours if part-time, during semester
of award
4. Resident of Prince George’s County
5. Demonstrate fi nancial need
6. Award applied to tuition, fees, books,
and supplies
7. Awardees may re-apply
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award up to $1,000 at $500
per semester
Two (2) part-time awards up to $500 at $250
per semester
Riderwood by Erickson LivingScholarship Program(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by its
own sponsors.
Full-time and Part-time students1. Enroll as a full-time or part-time culinary or food
service student
2. Demonstrate an interest in a career in food service
3. Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA during the semester
to be considered (offi cial high school or Prince
George’s Community College transcripts required)
4. Enroll in and maintain a minimum of six credit
hours during semester of award at Prince George’s
Community College
5. Must be willing to participate in program
enrichment opportunities (internships, mentoring,
and job shadowing)
6. Must be six credits or less shy of fi nishing the
certifi cate programs in either Cullinary Arts or
Food and Beverage or must have completed the
certifi cate programs in either Culinary Arts or
Food and Beverage and have applied for transfer
to complete the respective Associate of Applied
Science (A.A.S.) degree at Prince George’s
Community College
7. Must commit to regular scheduled meetings with
program director or advisor
8. Provide essay, two letters of recommendation, and
be available for an interview
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 11
Drs. Corrie G. and Roberta E. Haines Memorial Scholarship Fund(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-Time Students1. Prince George’s County resident
2. Graduate of a high school in Prince George’s
County within the last 10 years
3. Current full-time Prince George’s Community
College student or high school senior accepted
for admission to PGCC
4. Minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent
at time of application
5. Maintain minimum 3.0 GPA to renew
scholarship for subsequent semesters
(up to a total of four semesters—not including
summer sessions)
6. Demonstrate fi nancial need
7. Preference to students majoring in African
American Studies
Amount AvailableTwo (2) awards of $1500 at $750 per semester
Dr. John G. Handley EndowedMemorial Fine Arts Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaAwarded to theatre and art students only
THEATRE
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Student at Prince George’s Community College
2. Degree seeker
3. Minimum 2.5 GPA
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, during semester
of award
5. Minimum of two (2) theatre courses completed at
Prince George’s Community College with
a grade of A or B, or one (1) completed and
one (1) in progress to be completed by June 2015—theatre courses may include Speech
1070 or Speech 1210
6. Resident of Prince George’s County
7. Demonstrate commitment to Prince George’s
Community College theatre and co-curricular
program (include this commitment in your essay)
Finalists will be interviewed by a departmental
committee.
ApplicationA separate application is required for consideration.
For questions contact the Art Scholarship Committee,
Marlboro Hall, Room 1034 at 301-322-0966.
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award up to $500 at $250
per semester
One (1) part-time award up to $250 at $125
per semester
Dr. John G. Handley EndowedMemorial Fine Arts Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaAwarded to theatre and art students only
ART
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Student at Prince George’s Community College
2. Degree seeker
3. Minimum 2.5 GPA
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, during semester
of award
5. Minimum of two (2) art courses completed at
Prince George’s Community College with
a grade of A or B, or one (1) completed and
one (1) in progress to be completed by June 2015
6. Resident of Prince George’s County
7. Demonstrate commitment to Prince George’s
Community College art and co-curricular
program (include this commitment in your essay)
Finalists will be interviewed by a departmental
committee.
ApplicationA separate application is required for consideration.
For questions contact the Art Scholarship Committee,
Marlboro Hall, Room 1034 at 301-322-0966.
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award up to $500 at $250
per semester
One (1) part-time award up to $250 at $125
per semester
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The L.D. Harver Leadership Scholarship Fund
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Be enrolled in a degree or certifi cate at Prince
George’s Community College
2. Be an active member of the Women of
Wisdom program.
3. Be a resident of Prince George’s County or Howard
County
4. Complete the FAFSA
5. Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher
6. Be a second year, full-time student with
developmental coursework. Completed transcripts
must demonstrate progress towards completing a
degree or certifi cate program.
7. Major preference given to Psychology, Theatre,
African American studies, International Studies,
Human Services, Sociology or Technology area.
8. Submit a Career Portfolio including a cover letter
and résumé indicating community service and
leadership activities in which they are involved
9. Complete a personal budget including how you will
use the scholarship
10. Complete an interview
11. Agree to participate in the Transfer Day Fair
and two workshops (i.e. Finance 411 or Career
Services Workshops).
12. Agree to be named and publicized as a “L.D. Harver
Leadership Scholar.”
13. Complete a concise personal statement of 500
to 750 words describing why you deserve the
L.D. Harver Leadership Scholarship. Discuss your
educational plans and career, view of leadership,
how you have and will serve as a leader in the
local or global community and how you will use
this funding to achieve your goal and develop as
a leader.
14. Provide three professional references
Special Essay RequiredIn addition to the required essay, complete a concise
personal statement of 500–750 words describing
your view of leadership in the 21st Century and
beyond, how you have and will serve as a leader
in the local or global community, and why you are
seeking this scholarship.
Amount AvailableTwo (2) awards of $1,000 at $500 per semester
Hillman EntrepreneursScholarship Program(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by their
own sponsors.
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Must be a Maryland resident
2. Must be enrolled (or eligible to enroll) at Prince
George’s Community College and taking
college-level classes
3. Must be in a program of study which transfers
to University of Maryland College Park (UMCP);
pre-law is not eligible
4. Must be available for an afternoon or evening
Hillman course each semester
5. Must be committed to additional programmatic
and team-building activities
6. Must make successful progression towards
graduation with an associate degree in a
transferable major at Prince George’s Community
College and towards graduation with a bachelor’s
degree at UMCP
7. Must demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset
8. Students must have membership in or willingness
to join one of the Prince George’s Community
College Collegian Centers
ApplicationA separate application, essay, resume, and interview
are required for consideration. Full detailed brochures
and application forms are available in the Offi ce
of Financial Aid. For questions, contact Ruth Lewis,
Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Director, at
301-322-0700 or via e-mail at [email protected].
Amount AvailableFifteen to twenty (15–20) awards of full tuition,
fees, and books
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 17
James D. Parker, M.D.Endowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Must be seeking degree in nuclear medicine
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Completed 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, at Prince George’s
Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours if full-time,
six credit hours if part-time, during semester
or award
Amount AvailableOne (1) full-time award up to $1,000 at $500
per semester
One (1) part-time award up to $500 at $250
per semester
PNC Bank Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-Time Students1. Resident of Prince George’s County (preferably
Bowie, Laurel, Beltsville, Greenbelt, College Park,
or Hyattsville)
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Demonstrate fi nancial need
4. Seeking a degree in Business Management
Amount AvailableTwo (2) awards of $1000 at $500 per semester
Prince George’s Chamberof Commerce FoundationEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Minimum 2.5 GPA
2. Resident of Prince George’s County
3. Must demonstrate fi nancial need
4. Graduating senior or graduate of the Prince
George’s County Public School system
5. Tuition and fees only
Amount AvailableEight (8) awards of full tuition and fees for one year
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W. Stanley MachenEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Degree seeker
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Minimum of 12 credit hours completed at
Prince George’s Community College
4. Enroll in and maintain 12 credit hours during
semester of award
5. Minimum of two (2) speech courses completed at
Prince George’s Community College with a grade
of A or B, or one (1) completed and one (1) in
progress to be completed by June 2013
6. Resident of Prince George’s County
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $500 at $250 per semester
Mattie and Mosby Endowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Minimum 3.0 GPA
2. Resident of Prince George’s County
3. Graduate of a Prince George’s County high school
4. Letter of recommendation from an organization
5. The applicant should engage or maintain an
interactive association with a campus organization
after receiving the award.
Special Essay RequiredTopic: Why community colleges have and need
volunteers. Also identify any needs you’re aware
of and address meeting them.
Amount AvailableTwo (2) awards up to $1,000 at $500 per semester
Nutrition and FoodScience Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by their
own sponsors.
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Minimum 3.0 GPA
2. Successful completion (B and above) of at least
12 credits at Prince George’s Community College
3. Successful completion of or current enrollment
in either NTR 1010 or NTR 1100 (80% average
or above)
4. An unoffi cial copy of college transcripts
5. A letter of recommendation from a nutrition or
food science instructor which should include the
students fi nal grade in NTR 1010 or NTR 1100
(if the course is in progress, the student’s current
average should be included)
6. An essay (not to exceed 500 words) articulating the
student’s motivation as well as his/her educational
and professional goals
7. Students must be majoring in nutrition, food
science, or dietetics
The Scholarship Selection Committee will consist of
the nutrition and food science faculty. Scholarships are
typically awarded at the Student Honors Convocation
held during the spring semester.
ApplicationA separate application is required. Students may
be asked to participate in an interview. Detailed
information and interview applications are available
in Chesapeake Hall, Room 100.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of up to $500 at $250 per semester
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 13
Jamal and Tirrell HubertMemorial Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time Students1. Degree seeker pursuing Computer Science
or Computer Engineering Technology
2. Graduate of a Prince George’s County public
high school (preference given to Friendly High
School graduates)
3. Enroll in and maintain a minimum of 12 credit
hours during semester of award at PGCC
4. Demonstrate fi nancial aid
Special Essay RequiredTopic: Describe your perseverance in overcoming
personal adversity.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award of full tuition and fees for
one semester.
Scholarship not available for2015–2016 academic year.
The Inspiration Award
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Student Support Services (SSS) and TRiO student
2. Recipient of the Pell Grant
3. Maintain a 2.25 GPA with less than
60 credit hours
4. Complete a minimum of six hours during
semester of application
5. Good standing with fi nancial aid
6. Active participant in SSS and TRiO Program
(i.e. meet with SSS Advisor twice a semester
and attend one SSS and PGCC enrichment event
during semester)
Special Essay RequiredStudent is required to write a 500-word essay
indicating fi nancial challenges impacting his or her
college persistence and how the Inspiration Award
funds can assist in overcoming these challenges so
that the student will graduate from Prince George’s
Community College.
Amount AvailableTwo (2) awards at a minimum of $555
for one semester
Professional Education Scholarship for Health Sciences Students (A.S., A.A.S., and Certifi cate Programs)(FDN-TR)
Eligible Programs of Study: Emergency Medical
Technician/Intermediate (certifi cate); Emergency
Medical Technician/Paramedic (A.A.S. and certifi cate);
Health Information Management (A.A.S.);
Medical Coder/Billing Specialist (certifi cate);
Nursing – RN, LPN to RN Transition, EMT/P to RN
Transition (A.S.), Nursing – LPN (certifi cate);
Nuclear Medicine Technology (A.A.S. and certifi cate);
Radiography (A.A.S.); and Respiratory Therapy (A.A.S.)
Restrictions/Criteria1. Prince George’s County resident
2. Must satisfy all eligibility requirements for
admission into an eligible program and submit
completed petition for program admission by
November 15, 2015.
OR Have completed one semester in an eligible
health sciences program. Students may apply
during their fi rst semester in the program.
Eligibility and notifi cation of award will be
determined after fi nal grades have been
submitted for the semester.
3. Minimum 3.0 GPA for all completed
pre-requisite and core courses (EMT, HIM, NUM,
NUR, RAD, RST). Maintain minimum 3.0 GPA in
all core courses to re-apply for this scholarship
for subsequent semester.
4. Demonstrate fi nancial need; FAFSA submitted
by October 15, 2015
5. Maintain full-time program status and complete
program without interruption.
6. Letter of recommendation from a professor that
conveys the applicant’s strength to become
a health care provider.
7. Tuition, fees , textbooks and other required
instructional resources including software.
Scholarship funds may be used towards purchase
of approved mobile devices that support success
in the student’s program of study.
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14 Prince George’s Community College
Special Essay RequiredIn approximately 200–300 words, explain clearly
and concisely 1) why you deserve to be a recipient
of this scholarship, 2) your desire to pursue the
fi eld of study you selected, and 3) what you expect
to achieve in your professional and educational
pursuits at Prince George’s Community College.
Amount AvailableTotal amount not to exceed $1,500 per student
per semester
Completed spring 2015 applications for this
scholarship are due by December 2015.
Professional Education Scholarship for Health Sciences Students (Workforce Development and Continuing Education)(FDN-TR)
Eligible WDCE Programs of Study: Assisted Living
Manager; Certifi ed Medicine Aid; Certifi ed Nursing
Assistant; Medical Administrative Assistant;
Medical Billing; Pharmacy Technician; and
Phlebotomy Technician
Restrictions/Criteria1. Provide proof of legal immigration status
2. Prince George’s County resident
3. Placement testing documenting profi ciency
in reading comprehension and/or mathematics
per program requirement. (There is no testing
requirement for Medical Billing.)
4. Admission to program by start date
5. Demonstrate fi nancial need—provide proof
of one of the following:
a) FAFSA submitted by June 5, 2015,
for fall 2014 semester
b) One or more benefi ts through the Prince
George’s County Department of Social Services
Family Investment Administration
c) One or more children receiving free lunch
at a Prince George’s County school
d) Currently receiving unemployment benefi ts
for fi ve (5) months or more and Prince
George’s County Department of Social Services
Family Investment Administration benefi ts
e) Currently connected to the Prince George’s
County Child Welfare foster care
6. Maintain active program status and complete
program without interruption
7. Letter of recommendation from a professor
or employer that conveys the applicant’s
strength to become a health care provider
8. Tuition and fees only
Special Essay RequiredIn approximately 200–300 words, explain clearly and
concisely 1) why you deserve to be a recipient of this
scholarship, 2) your desire to pursue the fi eld of study
you selected, and 3) what you expect to achieve in
your professional and educational pursuits at
Prince George’s Community College.
Amount AvailableTotal amount not to exceed $1,400 per student
per program
SCHOLARSHIPS:Restrictions, Criteria, and Amount Available (continued)
Scholarship Guide Fall 2015 15
Cathy Jo Land Nursing Education Scholarship(FDN-TR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time StudentsStudents must have associate degree nursing
program prerequisites completed. EGL 1010,
BIO 1010, BIO 2050, MAT 1120 or higher (MAT 1140
or 1350 recommended), BIO 2060, PSY 1010,
NUR 1010 (prerequisites are determined by PGCC
and are subject to change)
1. U.S. citizenship
2. Candidates must petition for admission to and
be accepted into the Prince George’s Community
College associate degree Nursing Program
3. Candidates must be a Prince George’s
County resident
4. Candidates must have a minimum
cumulative 3.0 GPA
5. Candidates must submit two letters of
recommendation from individuals who
are familiar with the candidate’s academic
performance and/or leadership ability
6. Candidates must submit community service and
leadership activities in which they are involved
7. Candidate must submit a concise statement
of 200–500 words explaining why he/she
would like to become a nurse and/or their
nursing philosophy
Priority consideration will be given to candidates who
have a Certifi ed Nursing Assistant Certifi cation.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award for tuition, fees, books, and
miscellaneous expenses for four consecutive
academic semesters
C.W. Langford Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/Criteria
Full-time or Part-time Students1. Student of Prince George’s Community College
2. Degree seeker
3. Minimum 2.5 GPA
4. Enrolled in and maintain 12 credit hours
during semester of award
5. Demonstration of fi nancial need
6. Demonstration of innovative thinking
(as evidence in essay or letter of recommendation)
7. Demonstration of commitment to career goal
8. Demonstration of analytical abilities as related
to problems and their solution
9. Prince George’s County resident
10. Tuition only
Special Essay RequiredRequires a minimum 250-word essay or letter of
recommendation from a professor or employer that
conveys the applicant’s strength as an innovative
thinker and having an analytical approach to
problem solving.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $750 at $375 per semester
Local Advisory CouncilEndowed Scholarship(FDN-PR)
Restrictions/CriteriaThis scholarship is administered solely by their
own sponsors.
Full-time and Part-time Students1. Must currently be enrolled in a vocational or
technical course/program at Prince George’s
Community College
2. Must have completed a minimum of 12 hours
full-time or six hours part-time at Prince George’s
Community College
3. Cumulative 2.5 GPA
4. Enroll in and maintain a minimum of six credit
hours during semester of award
5. Resident of Prince George’s County
6. Tuition and fees only
Applicants will be interviewed by a
departmental committee.
Amount AvailableOne (1) award up to $600 at $300 per semester